Rectal Problems After Childbirth

Childbirth can cause trauma to the pelvic floor such as tears and nerve damage, which in turn may cause fecal incontinence and/or constipation. In this podcast, Anne-Marie Boller, MD, will discuss the types of pelvic floor disorders and treatment options, including pelvic floor therapy, medical therapies and surgical options. Emerging treatments also will be discussed. Featured Physician Anne-Marie Boller, MD, is a surgical oncologist on the medical staff at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and assistant professor of Surgery at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Listen Now Stream ShowDownload MP3Download Transcript Recorded 11/24/2009